Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

New treatment for Helicobacter Pylori infection using tegoprazan

Official title: Efficacy of Tegoprazan-containing Sequential Therapy Compared to Proton Pump Inhibitor-based Eradication in South Korea, a Region With High Antimicrobial Resistance: A Prospective Randomized Single Tertiary Center Study

Run by Seoul National University Bundang Hospital · NCT06382493 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new 10-day treatment using tegoprazan to see if it can more effectively get rid of Helicobacter pylori infections compared to the usual treatment with esomeprazole.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment400 (estimated)
SponsorSeoul National University Bundang Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 1, 2021
Main results expectedDecember 12, 2026
Study endsDecember 12, 2026
Registry record updatedApril 28, 2026
Trial IDNCT06382493 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with H. pylori infection confirmed by specific testing methods.

Probably not a fit

Patients with congestive heart failure, end-stage renal disease, or those who are pregnant or nursing will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of a 10-day sequential treatment for Helicobacter pylori infection that includes tegoprazan, a potassium-competitive acid blocker, compared to a conventional treatment that uses esomeprazole. The study is designed as a randomized controlled trial to assess the eradication rates of H. pylori in patients with confirmed infections. Given the high prevalence of antimicrobial resistance in regions like Korea, this trial aims to explore alternative antibiotic combinations to improve treatment outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a more effective option for eradicating H. pylori infections, particularly in patients with antibiotic resistance.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise with potassium-competitive acid blockers in H. pylori treatment, but this specific approach is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

Patients who had H. pylori infection proved by positive test result of urea breath test (UBT), rapid urase test or pathologic examination (warthin-giemsa staining)

Exclusion Criteria:

* congestive heart failure, NYHA III or IV
* end-stage renal disease
* alcoholics
* drug abusers
* pregnant or nursing women

Where it's running

  • Seoul National University Bundang Hospital
    Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Nayoung Kim, Prof. — Seoul National University Bundang Hospital
  • Study coordinator: Jungwon Lee, Dr.
  • Email: saludos@naver.com
  • Phone: 821093567758

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.